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INTRODUCTION
Cloud Solution Architect
This individual will be part of the Cloud Security Consulting team and become the center of excellence for specific Cloud Security technology areas and associated Fortinet products/solutions. They will need to be comfortable in front of customers of all levels and be able to deliver paid consulting services and proof of concepts. Ideal candidates will have excellent knowledge of public and/or private cloud technologies, software development experience, network/application security expertise, Generative AI / Agentic AI experience, and support four main areas of responsibility:
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1) Cloud and AI Security Solution Expert
- Assist customers with creating multi-cloud and hybrid cloud security blueprints with a focus on vendor-neutral and cloud-agnostic design and implementation best practices
- Work with other team members to develop Agentic AI applications to address customers’ challenges in the cloud and cybersecurity domains effectively
- Become an expert in Fortinet products within cloud solutions
- Maintain knowledge of competitive products and services
- Respond to industry analyst inquiries and conduct demos
2) Trusted Advisor
- Attend customer meetings and provide expert opinion on cloud security design/architecture
- Provide custom architecture and automation code, as per the requirements set by a given customer for their cloud deployments
- Publish reference architectures for specific use cases
3) Continuous Learner
- Dedicate a percentage of their time to ongoing training/education for new technologies
- Help drive technical webinars and hands-on demos
- Help the NSE institute with advanced course materials
- Help training teams at SE Training events
4) Evangelist
- Publish public information, such as whitepapers and blogs around salient technology topics
- Draft architecture papers for in-depth analysis and reasoning for technology adoption
- Continuous active networking within the industry to build relationships and awareness
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in roles such as SE, Consulting SE, Software Architect, or Solution Architect in the Cloud, Networking, Infrastructure, and/or Cybersecurity industries
- In depth knowledge and hands-on experience with one or more of the following public/private cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP, NSX
- Proficiency in modern software architecture using CI/CD, DevOps tools (Ansible / CloudFormation / Azure ARM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Scalability, and API-first strategy
- Prior experience in building Agentic AI applications is highly desired
- Working knowledge of Python, Java and/or other programming languages
- Cloud certifications such as AWS Solution Architect and GCP Cloud Architect are desired
- Prior experience in designing and building applications using Container and serverless technologies is preferred
- Excellent presentation and demo skills
- Superior documentation and technical writing capabilities
- Five or more years of experience with cloud solutions, virtual platforms, and software development
- Proficiency in English languages is required
- Comfortable in public speaking
Education
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Graduate Degree favorable
COMPENSATION
- The US base salary range for this full-time position is $182,000-$222,000. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time, as well as a comprehensive leave program.
Wage ranges are based on various factors, including the labour market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.
All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program. Bonus eligibility is reviewed at the time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion.
WHY JOIN US
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being.
Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 890,000+ customers around the globe.
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Cloud Architect Jobs in Sunnyvale: Frequently Asked Questions
How many cloud architect jobs are there in Sunnyvale?
There are 129+ cloud architect openings in Sunnyvale, California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as Sunnyvale employers hire.
Which companies hire cloud architects in Sunnyvale?
Employers hiring cloud architects in Sunnyvale include Google, Apple, and Synopsys, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote cloud architect jobs in Sunnyvale?
Yes. About 3% of cloud architect openings tied to Sunnyvale are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around Sunnyvale.
Which industries hire the most cloud architects in Sunnyvale?
Sunnyvale cloud architect roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Artificial Intelligence, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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